The Fork 7/3 – 31/3 Gallery LOD.

Slow the F**K down!

In our fast moving world where it’s become a symbol a status, strength and admiration to be a fast, efficient and multitasking monster. We cram more and more into our lives – at the expense of appreciating the most important, yet common things. Such as enjoying a meal.

When was the last time you really paid attention to what you were eating? It’s smell, colour, taste and texture? Eating has become a stressful experience for many, something that needs to be over with, so we can get on with more important things. Often food is consumed standing, on the go or whilst otherwise engaged. We tend to forget, the purpose of eating is to keep our body and mind healthy and alive.

“It is health that is real wealth, not pieces of gold and silver.” Mahatma Gandhi.

In an attempt to honour my own health, I wanted to create a fork that will remind me to slow down while eating and really taste and savour my food.

In order to do so I’ve studied some of the principles of mindful eating, which are said to have a positive effect on your digestion, your waste line and your overall health.

Here are 6 practical mindful guidelines to keep in mind when eating:

• Sit down
• Use your finest china & cutlery to make your mealtime feel special
• Eat with your non-dominant hand
• Eat smaller bites – use smaller utensils and tableware for smaller portions
• Eat like a gourmet – smell, taste and savour each bite
• Slow down – put the fork down between bites

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